More than 200 art, history museums gear for CT Open House Day

A view of the restored Ancient Art gallery within the renovated and expanded Yale Art Gallery in New Haven.

A view of the restored Ancient Art gallery within the renovated and expanded Yale Art Gallery in New Haven.

Photo: Elizabeth Felicella / Contributed Photo

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A view of the restored Ancient Art gallery within the renovated and expanded Yale Art Gallery in New Haven.

A view of the restored Ancient Art gallery within the renovated and expanded Yale Art Gallery in New Haven.

Photo: Elizabeth Felicella / Contributed Photo

More than 200 art, history museums gear for CT Open House Day

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In an effort to build awareness of the state’s extraordinary collection of art and history museums, the 13th annual Connecticut Open House Day will take place on Saturday, June 10.

Participating will be more than 200 organizations and attractions around the state, including members of the much-lauded Connecticut Art Trail; discounts, free admission, special offers, activities and other enticements will be offered.

Organizers said at least one person per group must show a valid Connecticut driver’s license to qualify for free admission and/or other incentives.

“This exciting statewide event, sponsored by the Connecticut Office of Tourism, is designed to broaden awareness among residents of Connecticut’s exceptional cultural and tourism assets and encourage them to become ambassadors who will share their newfound discoveries with visiting family and friends,” organizers said.

Yale Center for British Art, New Haven: Always free admission. Additional docent-led introductory tours will include a look into the Founder’s Room, a space usually not on public view. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with tours at 11 a.m., 1 and 3 p.m. Meet in the entrance court. www.britishart.yale.edu